AI shows no sign of consciousness yet, but we know what to look for

Artificial intelligence models currently show no signs of self-awareness predicted by theories of human consciousness, although there is no theoretical barrier preventing AI from achieving self-awareness in the future.

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8/24/2023

If AI becomes conscious: here’s how researchers will know

A group of neuroscientists, philosophers, and computer scientists have developed a checklist of criteria to assess whether an AI system has a high chance of being conscious, as they believe that the failure to identify consciousness in AI has moral implications and may change how such entities are treated.

9/10/2023

AI's Promise and Peril: Experts Urge Caution on Powerful Systems While Hoping for Disease Cures and Climate Fixes

Artificial intelligence (AI) poses both potential benefits and risks, as experts express concern about the development of nonhuman minds that may eventually replace humanity and the need to mitigate the risk of AI-induced extinction.

9/10/2023

AI's Rapid Rise Raises Questions About Human Consciousness and What Makes Us Unique

Artificial intelligence may take over many aspects of human life, but the intrinsic quality of consciousness, which is essential to human existence, remains unique and unattainable by AI.

9/11/2023

Study Proposes 14 Indicators to Assess Consciousness in AI Systems

A recent white paper explores the indicators of consciousness in artificial intelligence systems, concluding that current AI systems do not meet the criteria but future systems may become truly aware.

9/18/2023

New rubric proposed to determine if AI is conscious, but hard problem remains

A group of philosophers, neuroscientists, and computer scientists proposed a rubric to determine whether an AI system can be considered conscious, highlighting measurable qualities that may indicate the presence of consciousness in a machine, although the exact nature of consciousness remains elusive and theories are still debated.

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Posted 8/30/2023, 10:00:00 AM

AI shows no sign of consciousness yet, but we know what to look for

newscientist.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/24/2023

If AI becomes conscious: here’s how researchers will know

9/10/2023

AI's Promise and Peril: Experts Urge Caution on Powerful Systems While Hoping for Disease Cures and Climate Fixes

9/10/2023

AI's Rapid Rise Raises Questions About Human Consciousness and What Makes Us Unique

Artificial intelligence may take over many aspects of human life, but the intrinsic quality of consciousness, which is essential to human existence, remains unique and unattainable by AI.

9/11/2023

Study Proposes 14 Indicators to Assess Consciousness in AI Systems

9/18/2023

New rubric proposed to determine if AI is conscious, but hard problem remains